This holiday season, celebrate those who just crossed the threshold into homeownership with gifts that are both practical and heartfelt. Whether they’re DIY enthusiasts, budding chefs, or simply seeking relaxation after unpacking, this guide covers gifts for every kind of new homeowner.
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Essential Gifts
- Tool Kit: Equip them for basic repairs and DIY projects with a high-quality tool kit. Consider a multi-function model with essential screwdrivers, pliers, and a hammer. A starter tool kit can be $40, while a more advanced set can be north of $200.
- Smart Home Starter Kit: Help them embrace a connected home with a smart home starter kit. Look for options including a smart speaker, light bulb, and thermostat for a seamless entry into a smarter dwelling. A smart lighting dimmer can be $160 and starter security systems can be around $230.
- Home Security System: Give the gift of peace of mind with a home security system. Choose a versatile kit with features like motion detectors, cameras, and remote monitoring for added safety and control. Security systems can range in price anywhere from $200 to $5,000 depending on the amount of cameras and accessibility that you need.
Delightful Presents
- Luxury Linens: Elevate their sleeping experience with a set of luxurious bed sheets and matching pillowcases. Opt for breathable fabrics like Egyptian cotton or linen for a touch of true comfort.
- Culinary Essentials: Spoil the budding chef with kitchen essentials they’ll treasure. Consider a personalized cutting board, a high-quality knife set, or a beautiful cast-iron pan for culinary adventures. You can also get a full kitchen starter kit for $130 which includes plates, utensils, pots and pans.
- Spa-Inspired Comfort: For $125, help them unwind with a spa-inspired gift basket. Include aromatherapy candles, bath bombs, luxurious towels, and soothing bath salts for a complete relaxation experience.
Personalized Touches
- Engraved Doormat: Welcome guests with a personalized doormat featuring their names and a charming message. Custom jobs can be done for around $60. Also, try to match the doormat to their porch furniture or to elements on the front of their house to tie everything together.
- Custom Address Plaque: Add a touch of elegance to their entrance with a custom-designed address plaque displaying their house number and family name. These are going to be a little pricy and are usually $85 or more, depending on the design, material and number of characters you use.
- Houseplant Collection: Help them breathe life and colour into their new dwelling with a collection of beautiful houseplants. Consider low-maintenance options for busy schedules. Opt for the Kalanchoe Flapjack, a cuddly cactus or the Bromeliad Vriesea Intenso Orange. These plants will not die if you forget to water them a couple of times. Some of them prefer to be drier than others.
Finding the right gift for a new homeowner can be a daunting task, but these ideas will help you find one that they love. But not only is gift hunting a challenging task, but so is house hunting. Give us a call today! One of our expert real estate agents will be more than happy to guide you through this exciting journey!
